Aran Woollen MillsCarriag Donn Aran Sweater Made in Ireland for Women Merino Wool a Line Cardigan

Many visitors to California's central coast are surprised to find how cold it gets here year-round mornings & evenings. I wear a cardigan pretty much every day. Prior to this purchase on Amazon, I've bought a few merino wool Irish sweaters from a well known TV shopping network at much higher prices. I'm thrilled with my recent purchase of this Carraig Donn A Line Aran Knit Cardigan. Ordered on the 15th of April, it arrived from Ireland today... the 21st! The purple color is lovely and just as shown on its product page. New, out of the package, it seemed somewhat small for a large, but knits often are; the knit will loosen somewhat with wear. The yarn isn't as beefy as other Irish sweaters I've purchased in the past. That's good for two reasons: first, it won't be too hot in warmer weather (40-60 degrees), and secondly, it won't make you look 10-15 pound heavier layered over a long sleeved shirt or turtleneck in winter. The a line shape is flattering. It seems to be well made. As with all wool sweaters, you'll want to air it for a few days before wearing or storing. I've been told to always store sweaters like this in a drawer. The company included a nice note and a tote bag with my purchase, as well as a small catalog of their other offerings. Very happy!

I loved the color, the texture, the weave, and the feel of this sweater. When I modeled for my husband, he said, "it makes you look dumpy. It's big and bulky." I am 5 ft and 110 pounds. I liked the idea of being surrounded by a nice, warm, woolen sweater. But I don't want to appear to be wearing a lumber jack outfit at happy hour. Sorry, the weave is great, buttons are great, and if it were just me and my cat, I'd keep it. The collar is especially nice if you want to wear it with a turtleneck. Sorry, sorry. It's a beautiful sweater.

I have 3 other Irish cardigans that are beautifully crafted, well-made and warm. Unfortunately this one (size XS) is a big disappointment and I returned it. The knit is so loose, when putting the sweater on it stretches out making holes (!) in the pattern and compromises any styling. The sleeves are enormous and way out of proportion. The green color is much lighter than shown. Instead of a rich green, it is washed out and unremarkable. The buttons are large and in a brown wood instead of matching green as shown. Buyer beware.

Exactly what I’ve been looking for! This is the classic Irish wool sweater that I’ve been wanting for years. Decided on this birthday to treat myself and found this sweater on Amazon was priced better than on other sites. It is warm, and so pretty! The buttons slip through small openings, the button holes are not stitched which is great because when wearing it unbuttoned it looks perfect, no big button holes standing out. If they had the raspberry color that I saw on another site I would buy it again.

Very flattering. I’ve worn it on very cold New England days and it kept me warm enough to go from my car to a store.

You Irish, or do you just like a soft, gorgeous handmade sweater right from Ireland. The absolute best quality, and so Kozy for any occasion, Foliage season, winter, or a Kozy fire at home, I'm shocked I found it, it's truly an amazing and great investment. No washer or dryer, very easy to wash, and dries within hours. I bought one for my cousin, being in California, she gets plenty of use, cause it can be used for those warm or those cool evenings.

Everything about this sweater is beautiful, perfect fit, warmer than most coats, lovely color and the price was less than I found for other authentic Irish sweaters.

My office gets cold and I need wool to cut the chill. I get compliments, too. Very comfortable and warm. Well made.